yachting

1 of 2

noun

yacht·​ing ˈyä-tiŋ 

: the action, fact, or pastime of racing or cruising in a yacht

yachting

2 of 2

present participle of yacht entry 2

Examples of yachting in a Sentence

Noun

We went yachting over the weekend.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

While Angra is one of Brazil’s premier yachting destinations, even those without their own vessel can enjoy the bountiful archipelago. — Hannah Seligson, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

The big picture Windstar Cruises is known for its low-key yet upscale yachting-style of cruising on three sailing ships and three motor yachts. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026

Stassi Anastassov, former Duracell CEO, has taken the helm at Ferretti Group following a contentious boardroom battle, despite his lack of prior yachting experience. — Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Pioneer Yachts, the German shipyard founded by engineer and entrepreneur Mike Frank just two years ago, has launched the first unit of its new solar-electric catamaran, blazing a new trail in emissions-free yachting. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1836, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for yachting

• blotting
• clotting
• dotting
• jotting
• knotting
• plotting
• potting
• rotting
• slotting
• spotting
• squatting
• swatting

Kids Definition

yachting

noun

yacht·​ing

: the sport of racing or cruising in a yacht